Gwyfned
in Myddum
Gwyfned, sometimes referred to as the Star of the Realms, or the Lords of the High Passes, is the southernmost, but dominant state in the high kingdom of Myddum. Gwyfned is pronounced Gwyf-ned, its adjective is Gwyfnedi and its demonym is Gwyfnedi. This vibrant, worldly people are disciplined and full of panache, and they show an aptitude for diplomacy, optics, literacy, and etiquette. These people avoid excess, but dress in style with all the best materials; they often work eagle feathers motifs (representing griffins, a national symbol) into their clothes. The University of Gwyfned specializes in law, alchemy, and history. This region is known widely for producing Gwyfnedi maille, optical devices, cutlery, epic tapestries, and they have embraced cutting edge printing technology and publishing. The emperor of Aorlis keeps his seat here as the King of Gwyfned. The city of Gwyfned is a national force to be reckoned with, even by the king. Gwyfned's patron saints are Hugh Heavy Hand, Tyrell the Pale King, and Wollyn Ring Bearer.
by Scott A. Story
World Codex
Gwyfned's WorldviewGwyfned is the center of Aorlis, and Aorlis is the center of the Known World. We are blessed to live in the unofficial capital of our world, Aarthus. Sheltered as we are in our mountain home, Gwyfned’s people sit astride the crossroads of East and West Aorlis. This has made us rich, powerful, and influential. We possess the greatest city, the finest university, and the greatest minds in the Known World. Being the premiere country in Aorlis comes with a responsibility—it is up to us to maintain the peace, to be the voice of empire, to hold the vision for Aorlis’ future. Others have called us proud, and claimed we are too full of ourselves. We call it realistic. Let others be jealous, because we Gwyfnedi have a job to do.
